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AE58 AEU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,110 mi
Last recorded70,110 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE58 AEU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 70,110 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

hanbrake travel

Fail 23 Jul 2026 69,494 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2025 64,839 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 61,571 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 61,571 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 60,870 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 58,759 miles

Please note: Parking brakes need slight adjustment.

Pass 23 Sep 2021 56,166 miles

Both rear tyres have cracks in treads

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 56,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Both rear tyres have cracks in treads

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

O/s/f tyre wearing on both edges close to ply/cords outside centre 3/4

Pass 18 Sep 2020 53,285 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Sep 2019 51,143 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 47,826 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 45,492 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 45,492 miles

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 42,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 39,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 35,985 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 32,835 miles

slight damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall.

tiny pinhole in n/s outer c/v gaiter.

Pass 6 Sep 2012 24,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front shock absorber gaiters split.

Pass 7 Sep 2011 20,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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AE58 AEU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE58 AEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE58 AEU registered?

AE58 AEU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AE58 AEU safe to buy?

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